The Return of the Measles: Forgetting the Lessons of the Past

In 2000, the measles was declared officially eliminated in the United States. Infections still occurred, but they were rare, originated outside the country, and was not in circulation within our nation's borders. In 2025, our country is at severe risk of losing this elimination status. In today's post, we will look at the dangers of backsliding on ...

• Published date: 09-02-2026 06:34 PM